Kollmorgen, a developer of precision motor and motion systems for mission-critical military and aerospace applications, has released the whitepaper: Technology vs. Topology: Designing Motion for Turrets and Large Azimuth Drive Systems.
As defense programs modernize, military ground vehicles are evolving rapidly to meet more complex mission requirements. Central to these advancements is the design of motion systems, enabling stable, accurate and responsive operation of turrets, weapon stations, and sensor arrays.
This whitepaper describes and evaluates different motion system topologies for ground vehicles, examining how these affect performance, integration, and maintainability. Kollmorgen highlights key considerations for choosing the right motion topology approach to meet operational requirements.
Kollmorgen brings 70 years of aerospace and defense experience in motion design, supporting OEMs through engineering collaboration, lifecycle support, ruggedized solutions, and proven field performance. This helps translate complex requirements into reliable, high-performance systems.
Download the whitepaper here >>
Webinar
Expanding on this topic, Kollmorgen hosted a webinar on October 22, 2025, that delivered valuable insights on designing motion control for turrets and large azimuth drive systems in next-generation military ground vehicles. The session covered how system topology affects performance, reliability, and integration. Watch here >>
